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How to Buy a Medieval Warhorse - Medievalists.net Owning a warhorse was more than a necessity for medieval knights—it was a symbol of their status and a critical asset in battle. England’s warrior aristocracy had multiple avenues to secure these…

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The Two Millennia of Roman History, with Ed Watts - Medievalists.net A conversation with Ed Watts about his recent book, The Romans: A 2,000 Year History, which covers two millennia of Roman history, down to 1204 AD.

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Sarah is once again joined by her mom, Dr. Beth Greenfeld, to talk about medievalism, modernized adaptations, and translations in Maria Dahvana Headley's 2018 novel The Mere Wife - a modern… The Mere Wife and Beowulf: A New Translation by Maria Dahvana Headley

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What Was Student Life Like in a Medieval University? - Medievalists.net Imagine waking up at 5 a.m., debating in Latin by mid-morning, and being fined for walking the streets at night. Welcome to the…

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Botticelli: A Medieval and Renaissance Artist This self-paced course is an introduction to Sandro Botticelli as artist and cultural influence. Explore paintings that unravel his artistic achievements and the mix of cultural standards produced by…

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Medieval Ghost Stories: The Chilling Haunts of Byland Abbey - Medievalists.net What would you do if a ghost blocked your path, or if a spirit appeared at your door, desperate for absolution? For the people of medieval England, these weren’t mere tales to spook children—they…

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The Magical World of the Early and High Middle Ages Explore the fascinating world of magic, its practices, practitioners, and cultural impact. From court astrologers to village healers, we investigate the complex interplay between magic, religion, and…

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Bow & Blade - Episode 47 - A rather unassuming spot in Greece has seen dozens of battles throughout history. On this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael Livingston and Kelly DeVries are joined by Myke… The Battles of Thermopylae

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The Medieval Moon with Ayoush Lazikani - Medievalists.net This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle speaks with Ayoush Lazikani about what – and who – medieval people across the world believed the moon to be.

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How Ancient Were the ‘Ancient’ Order of Assassins? - Medievalists.net Discover the true origins of the medieval Assassins, from Hasan Sabbah’s capture of Alamut to the rise of a ruthless Ismaili state in Persia.

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New Medieval Books: Sigismund - Medievalists.net The Latin text and English translation of a letter from the future Pope Pius II to the Duke of Austria, written in the year 1443 and focusing on how to improve oneself through learning.

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The Battle of Hastings and the Norman Conquest Want to learn about the Battle of Hastings and the Norman Conquest of England? This self-paced course details the primary and secondary sources that are needed to begin your learning about the events…

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The Top 5 Worst Medieval Movies That Are So Bad, They’re Hilarious - Medievalists.net Here are five medieval movies so bad, they’ve earned their place in the halls of hilarity.

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Dante’s Hidden Trauma: How War Shaped The Divine Comedy - Medievalists.net Was Dante’s journey through Hell a reflection of his own inner battles? Recent scholarship suggests that the intense themes of violence and redemption in The Divine Comedy may reveal traces of trauma…

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The Medieval Chinese Origins of Venice’s Winged Lion Revealed - Medievalists.net Venice’s most famous symbol may not be Venetian at all. A new study reveals that the Winged Lion of St. Mark began life in Tang Dynasty China before being transformed into the emblem of the medieval…

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The Conversion of Iceland (Part 2) - an episode of the Saga Thing Podcast
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Medieval Movies Coming Soon to a Cinema Near You - Medievalists.net From gritty tales of vengeance to historical horror and epic legends, discover the most anticipated medieval films in development — including The Peasant, Rapture, and Robert Eggers’ Werwulf.

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Becoming Spain: an Introduction to the Spanish Middle Ages An introduction to medieval Spain and what shaped this country, up to becoming a powerful empire. We learn about the religious and cultural tensions, never-ending battles, crusading, and slow…

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The 36 Stratagems of Medieval China - Medievalists.net A sixth-century essay reveals 36 ways to defeat an enemy.

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Hereford Mappa Mundi by medievalists-net This map from the Middle Ages depicts the world. Created in the 13th century it is now on display at Hereford Cathedral.

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New Medieval Books: The Roman Curia - Medievalists.net How is the Papacy structured? This book delves into the intricate government and administration of the Papacy and Vatican City, tracing many of its foundational elements back to their medieval…

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When is the best time for academics to have children? What challenges does having children pose for the life of an Early Career Researcher? What information do ECRs need to help them make decisions… Having Children In Academia - The Early Career Researcher Podcast

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American Vikings? - Medievalists.net In my book American Vikings: How the Norse Sailed into the Lands and Imaginations of America, I explore the evidence for this in the literary sources and archaeology; and, also, in the way this idea…

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A Voice of Her Own: Women’s Contributions to Medieval Music Explore women’s important yet overlooked roles in medieval music as composers, performers, patrons, and muses. This course brings their stories to life through convent music, courtly traditions, and…

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The Wild Variety of Medieval Names: French Men in the Hundred Years' War - Medievalists.net Lots of people are interested in the medieval origins of personal names. But there are more riches in the world of names than many of us realize.

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40 Cities That Had Different Names in Medieval Times - Medievalists.net Discover 40 cities that went by different names in medieval times, from Constantinople to Istanbul and Danzig to Gdańsk. Explore why their names changed and how history shaped them.

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